Business Experts

Can employers reduce sick pay for unvaccinated staff? Margaret Adewale of HR Dept Gloucester

14th January 2022

It has been recently highlighted in the press that Ocado and Next have cut sick pay for unvaccinated staff who should self-isolate due to Covid.

Top five tax planning tips - Kate Thorburn of Randall & Payne

12th January 2022

Now is the perfect time to review your tax position and ensure that you are maximising all available tax reliefs for the current tax year, ending 5th April 2022.

New code of practice to protect commercial tenants from eviction - Alex Lyttle of Tayntons

10th January 2022

The government has announced a new commercial rents code of practice.

Episode 54 of Punchline Talks! With Bruce Gregory, Daniel O'Neill, Russell Warner and Sam Holliday

7th January 2022

Each Friday, Punchline-Gloucester.com editor Mark Owen is joined by leading Gloucestershire business figures.

How to use technology to grow your business - Claire Clift of Azets

21st December 2021

Technology is faster, cheaper and easier to implement than ever before and ambitious businesses should be constantly looking at how it can help them power ahead.

Let’s make 2022 a financially savvy year. Enzo Mora of The Mortgage Brain looks at the options

20th December 2021

It’s that time of year when we start to think about New Year Resolutions and maybe what big life decisions we are going to make in 2022.

Series 4 #15 XMAS SPECIAL Punchline TALKS! With Laurie Bell, Neill Ricketts, Ian Mean & Sam Holliday

17th December 2021

Punchline-Gloucester.com editor Mark Owen is joined by leading Gloucestershire business figures.

R&D Tax Relief - big changes afoot! James Geary of Randall and Payne

16th December 2021

Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief has been hugely valuable for innovative companies throughout the pandemic.

Series 4 #14 Punchline Talks! With Phil Vickery, Liam Evans, Hayley Parker and Neill Ricketts

10th December 2021

Each Friday, Punchline-Gloucester.com editor Mark Owen is joined by leading Gloucestershire business figures.

How restrictive covenants can help to protect your business - Jenny Hawrot of Willans LLP

6th December 2021

Restrictions in employment contracts serve an important purpose.

Five reasons you should use a solicitor for shareholder agreements - Jaron Crooknorth of Tayntons

3rd December 2021

A shareholders' agreement sets out the rights and obligations of shareholders and is a binding legal contract between the shareholders and the company.

Series 4 #13 Punchline Talks! With Jon McGinty, David Jones, Matthew Burgess and Sam Holliday

3rd December 2021

Each Friday, Punchline-Gloucester.com editor Mark Owen is joined by leading Gloucestershire business figures.

Ten tips to help businesses deal with inflation - Rob Stokes of Optimum Professional Services

2nd December 2021

It's been well-reported that inflation is rising, and people are beginning to see price increases hitting their pockets.

Employment and regulatory law update - Nigel Tillott of Davies and Partners

29th November 2021

There hasn't been a great deal of excitement on the new legislation and case front - writes Nigel Tillott, head of Employment and Regulatory Law at Davies and Partners.

Punchline Talks! With Neill Ricketts, David Morton, Talitha Nelson and Kurt Wyman

26th November 2021

Each Friday, Punchline-Gloucester.com editor Mark Owen is joined by four leading Gloucestershire business figures.

Flexible working: key considerations for employers - Cathrin Richards of Azets

26th November 2021

Many employers are currently facing challenges with recruitment and one way that is being used to entice staff is a push towards more flexible working practices for employees.

What does the future hold for cheap borrowing? Enzo Mora of The Mortgage Brain

23rd November 2021

It's been an incredibly busy year in the world of buying and selling homes, largely driven by the lifting of lockdown, the Stamp Duty holiday and cheap mortgages.

Rent reform and buy-to-let updates - James Melvin-Bath of Willans LLP solicitors

22nd November 2021

Many of the restrictions put in place for residential landlords wishing to resolve issues during the pandemic have recently been lifted.

Series 4 #11 Punchline Talks! With Morton Cullimore, James Horwood, Nick Broady and Richard Cook

19th November 2021

Series 4, episode 11 of Punchline Talks!

Results today, consequences tomorrow? Will Abbott of Randall & Payne

19th November 2021

I am calling this the democratisation of forecasting, as the ability to produce a model and a forecast efficiently and cost effectively means it is now available for all businesses.

Five reasons why a solicitor should check your lease before renewing - Jaron Crooknorth of Tayntons

16th November 2021

When your lease expires, it can be an opportunity to renegotiate the terms before you sign a new version.

Series 4 #10 Punchline Talks! With Chris Price, Rob Lister, Ester Croft and Russell Marchant

12th November 2021

Series 4, episode 10, Punchline Talks!

In self-assessment? Start preparing for Making Tax Digital - Rob Stokes of Optimum

8th November 2021

The government recently announced the introduction of Making Tax Digital for self-assessment would be delayed for a year.

Series 4 #9 Punchline Talks! With Chris Pockett, Sam Holliday, Ruth Dooley and Peter White

5th November 2021

Each Friday, Punchline-Gloucester.com editor Mark Owen is joined by leading Gloucestershire business figures.

The importance of a proper redundancy consultation - Margaret Adewale of HR Dept Gloucester

5th November 2021

We know that sadly many employers are finding they have no choice but to reduce costs and make redundancies in their businesses.

Why rising construction costs are making underinsurance worse - Neville Mills of Brunsdon Insurance

3rd November 2021

A sustained rise in construction costs this year is increasing the likelihood of significant underinsurance of buildings in the UK - writes Neville Mills of Brunsdon Insurance.

Are you ready for action in 2022? Hayley Parker of OPS-BOX

2nd November 2021

We've all been there - we start each new year with a fresh plan and vision for our business.

Series 4 #8 Punchline Talks! With Claire Thayers, Brian Morman, Ian Mean and Cordell Ray

29th October 2021

Series 4, episode 7, Punchline Talks!

Property developers face levy to pay for unsafe cladding – David Jones of Evans Jones

28th October 2021

As part of the budget announcement, the Chancellor confirmed the government have committed £5bn to remove unsafe cladding from the highest risk buildings.

Salary sacrifice and electric company cars - Katie Williams of Hazlewoods

25th October 2021

Electric company cars are growing in popularity and can be a tax efficient benefit.

Series 4 #7 Punchline Talks! With Daniel O'Neill, Ian Mean, Rupert Swetman and Cllr Tim Gwilliam

22nd October 2021

Series 4, episode 7, Punchline Talks!

Is your current business model fit for the future? Claire Clift of Azets

21st October 2021

A robust business model can help businesses keep on track and move forward towards strategic aims and objectives.

How Gloucestershire is preparing for the grey pound - Leanne Champney of SF Planning Ltd

20th October 2021

The grey pound is an idiom for the economic power of older people. Given that local councils are there to provide for their population, it is ever more important to account for the grey pound.

Is buying a property a good investment? Enzo Mora of The Mortgage Brain

19th October 2021

That's the million-dollar question - says Enzo Mora, CEO and founder of Gloucester-based The Mortgage Brain.

Demystifying growth strategies - James Whittaker of Hazlewoods

15th October 2021

The significant impact the pandemic has had on the economy over the last 18 months has created both challenges and opportunities for businesses.

Punchline Talks! With David Jackson, Emily MacKenzie, Will Abbott and Neill Ricketts

15th October 2021

Series 4, episode 6.

Punchline Talks! The BiG Interview with Rob Lister, MD of Lister Unified Communications

15th October 2021

Rob Lister has run Lister Unified Communications Ltd for over twenty years with his brother Tom Lister.

Sale of company shares to another shareholder - Jaron Crooknorth of Tayntons Solicitors

12th October 2021

When a shareholder wants to sell their shares or leave a small company it can upset the equilibrium of the business.

Can you teach an old dog new tricks? Nicholas Gratton of Randall & Payne

11th October 2021

We have all heard, and probably said, such things as: you can't teach an old dog new tricks; stuck in the mud; set in their ways.

Punchline Talks! The BiG Interview with Moreton Cullimore, MD of the Cullimore Group

8th October 2021

The Cullimore Group, based in Frampton-on-Seven, is a family-owned business.

Punchline Talks! With Imam Hassam, Nigel Tillott and Lee Summers

8th October 2021

Series 4, episode 5.